2023 Audi

An Audi Exclusive RS3 That Would Be Difficult to Replicate.

Finding a genuinely exceptional Audi RS3 8Y is about more than mileage or colour. The most desirable examples combine an unusual factory commission, sought-after performance equipment, documented maintenance and evidence of sympathetic ownership. This December 2023 Audi RS3 Carbon Black Sportback brings those qualities together in a particularly compelling specification.

Finished in Audi Exclusive Nardo Grey, a £4,000 special-order colour outside the standard UK palette, this RS3 cost £73,600 when new. Its original build incorporated £17,500 of factory optional equipment and Carbon Black specification, including every factory option available to UK buyers. Most notably, it features the £5,630 RS Dynamic Package with RS Carbon Ceramic Brakes, RS Adaptive Suspension, RS Sports Exhaust and a 180mph electronically limited top speed.

Unlike many performance RS3s, this example remains completely unmodified, retaining its original factory engine calibration and mechanical specification. Audi-grade diagnostics have verified genuine mileage and confirmed zero recorded Launch Control activations since new. Combined with full Audi Main Dealer digital service history and manufacturer extended warranty until February 2027, this provides an unusually reassuring ownership proposition.

KEY INFORMATION

·2023 (73) Audi RS3 8Y Carbon Black Sportback

·2.5 TFSI Five-Cylinder Turbocharged Petrol Engine

·400PS and 500Nm

·Seven-Speed S Tronic Dual-Clutch Transmission

·Quattro All-Wheel Drive with RS Torque Splitter

·Audi Exclusive Nardo Grey Factory Paintwork

·£73,600 Original Factory Build

·£17,500 Factory Optional Equipment and Carbon Black Specification

·Every UK-Available Factory Optional Extra

·23,800 Miles

·2 Previous Keepers

·Completely Unmodified

·Zero Recorded Launch Control Activations

·Genuine Mileage Verified Using Audi-Grade Diagnostics

·Full Audi Main Dealer Digital Service History

·Audi Manufacturer Extended Warranty Until 19 February 2027

·Currently Undergoing Automotive Addiction's 100-Hour Pre-Sale Preparation Process

FACTORY OPTIONAL EXTRAS AND CARBON BLACK SPECIFICATION

Audi Exclusive Nardo Grey Paintwork (£4,000)

Commissioned through Audi Exclusive rather than selected from the standard UK RS3 colour palette. Nardo Grey is one of Audi Sport's most recognisable finishes, particularly well suited to the contrasting carbon-fibre and gloss-black elements of the Carbon Black specification.

RS Dynamic Package (£5,630)

·RS Carbon Ceramic Braking System (£4,455)

·RS Adaptive Suspension (£960)

·RS Sports Exhaust System with Electronically Controlled Valves

·Increased Electronically Limited Top Speed of 180mph (£215)

The RS Carbon Ceramic braking system features 380mm front discs and six-piston anthracite calipers. In addition to its distinctive appearance, the system offers reduced unsprung weight and improved resistance to brake fade under demanding driving conditions.

RS Adaptive Suspension provides electronically adjustable damping, allowing the chassis to adapt between Comfort, Balanced and Dynamic characteristics. The RS Sports Exhaust incorporates electronically controlled valves and gloss-black oval tailpipe finishers, complementing the five-cylinder engine's unmistakable soundtrack.

Carbon Black Specification (£4,650)

·19-Inch 5-Y-Spoke Alloy Wheels in Matt Black

·Carbon-Fibre Exterior Mirror Housings

·Carbon-Fibre Aerodynamic Rear Spoiler

·Carbon-Fibre Side-Skirt Inlays

·Matt Carbon-Fibre Dashboard Inlay

·Carbon-Fibre Engine Cover

·Carbon-Fibre Inlet Manifold Inlay

·Darkened Matrix LED Headlights

·Darkened LED Rear Lights

·Dynamic Front and Rear Lighting Sequences

·Gloss Black Exterior Styling Elements

·Extended Multi-Colour Ambient Interior Lighting

Comfort and Sound Package (£1,195)

·Bang and Olufsen Premium 3D Sound System

·680-Watt Amplifier and 15 Speakers

·Advanced Comfort Key

·Rear-View Reversing Camera

Driving Assistance Package (£1,380)

·Adaptive Cruise Assist with Emergency Assist

·Lane Departure Warning

·Traffic Sign Recognition

·Audi Pre-Sense Safety Systems

·Park Assist Plus

·RS Three-Spoke Multifunction Steering Wheel with RS Mode Selector

Additional Factory Equipment

·Heated RS Super Sport Front Seats

·Black Fine Nappa Leather Upholstery

·Black Honeycomb Seat Stitching

·Matt Black Roof Rails (£290)

·Additional Airbags (£355)

THE FIVE-CYLINDER RS3 EXPERIENCE

At the heart of the RS3 is Audi Sport's celebrated 2.5-litre turbocharged five-cylinder engine, producing 400PS and 500Nm of torque. Its distinctive firing order and unmistakable soundtrack have become defining characteristics of the RS3, distinguishing it from conventional four-cylinder performance hatchbacks.

Power is transmitted through a seven-speed S tronic dual-clutch gearbox to the quattro all-wheel-drive system. The RS Torque Splitter rear differential actively distributes torque between the rear wheels, enhancing agility and allowing a more rear-biased driving character when required.

Factory performance includes acceleration from 0-62mph in just 3.8 seconds, with this example's RS Dynamic Package increasing the electronically limited maximum speed to 180mph.

Importantly, all of this performance remains exactly as Audi intended. The engine calibration, drivetrain, suspension configuration and exhaust system retain their original factory specification, without aftermarket tuning or mechanical modifications.

FULL AUDI MAIN DEALER SERVICE HISTORY

This RS3 benefits from a comprehensive Audi Main Dealer digital service history, including three engine services and documented maintenance of both the front bevel transfer box and RS Torque Splitter rear differential.

December 2023 - 0 MilesAudi SheffieldPre-Delivery Inspection

November 2024 - 9,359 MilesAudi HuddersfieldEngine Service

October 2025 - 18,487 MilesAudi HuddersfieldEngine Service, Brake Fluid Replacement, Pollen Filter Replacement and Vehicle Inspection

October 2025 - 19,051 MilesAudi HuddersfieldFront Bevel Transfer Box Service

September 2026 - 23,792 MilesAudi ShrewsburyEngine Service, RS Torque Splitter Rear Differential Service and Vehicle Health Check

The most recent maintenance was completed by Audi Shrewsbury in September 2026, just eight miles before the advertised mileage of 23,800 miles.

The next scheduled engine, brake-fluid and pollen-filter service is due in October 2027 or at 35,000 miles, whichever occurs first.

Audi Manufacturer Extended Warranty remains valid until 19 February 2027.

CONDITION, ORIGINALITY AND VERIFICATION

For a modern performance Audi, verified history and originality are particularly important. This RS3 has therefore been assessed using Audi-grade diagnostic equipment as part of Automotive Addiction's comprehensive pre-sale inspection process.

·Genuine Mileage Verified Through Audi-Grade Diagnostics

·Zero Recorded Launch Control Activations Since New

·Original Factory Engine Calibration

·Completely Unmodified Mechanical Specification

·Original Factory Drivetrain Configuration

·Full Audi Main Dealer Digital Maintenance Records

·Manufacturer Extended Warranty Until February 2027

The diagnostic confirmation of zero recorded launches is a particularly noteworthy detail for a high-performance RS model, providing additional insight into the vehicle's previous use.

AUTOMOTIVE ADDICTION PRE-SALE PREPARATION

This Audi RS3 has passed its initial pre-sale inspections and is currently progressing through our comprehensive 100-Hour Pre-Sale Preparation Process.

Our preparation goes considerably further than a conventional dealership valet, combining technical inspection, manufacturer-grade diagnostics, vehicle history verification and extensive in-house detailing.

The process includes:

·Audi-Grade Vehicle Diagnostics and Electronic System Checks

·260-Point Mechanical Inspection and Road Test

·150-Point Visual and Cosmetic Inspection

·Comprehensive Vehicle History and Originality Verification

·Paint-Depth Analysis and Condition Assessment

·Wheels-Off Cleaning and Decontamination

·Detailed Wheel Arches, Braking Components and Engine Bay

·Multi-Stage Machine Paintwork Correction Where Appropriate

·Comprehensive Interior Cleaning and Refinement

·Final Quality Control and Presentation Checks

Up to 60 hours of professional in-house detailing can be incorporated into this process, with the remaining preparation completed before collection.

Our comprehensive pre-sale preparation is valued at £1,500 and included at no additional charge.

BESPOKE IN-HOUSE ENHANCEMENTS

Although this RS3 remains completely unmodified, Automotive Addiction can provide a comprehensive range of specialist services prior to delivery.

These include:

·SunTek Paint Protection Film, Including Full-Vehicle Coverage

·Gtechniq and CarPro Ceramic Coatings

·Autowatch Ghost Immobilisers

·Thatcham-Approved Vehicle Tracking Systems

·Genuine OEM Retrofits

·Bespoke Alloy Wheels and Tyre Packages

·Suspension and Handling Enhancements

·Performance Exhaust and Intake Upgrades

·Carbon-Fibre Exterior Styling

·Interior Personalisation

Any enhancements can be discussed and tailored to the next owner's requirements.

VIEW THE FULL ADVERT

Please visit the Automotive Addiction website for the complete factory specification, detailed Model Overview, full service history, extensive photography and preparation updates.

We welcome enquiries from enthusiasts and collectors seeking an unusually well-specified, completely standard Audi RS3.

Finance is available at 9.9% APR, subject to status and lender approval. Part exchanges are welcome, and the vehicle can be secured with a deposit.

ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE ADDICTION

Since 2015, Automotive Addiction has specialised in sourcing, inspecting, preparing and supplying carefully selected performance and prestige vehicles.

Having supplied over 700 Audi RS models, we understand the importance of specification, originality, verified maintenance and meticulous preparation when selecting exceptional examples.

Every vehicle is selected with an enthusiast's attention to detail and prepared to the standards we would expect of our own cars.

Specialist performance cars sourced with care, inspected with precision and prepared without compromise.

The Difference is in our Detail.